How To Crack SSC CGL Exam In First Attempt
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How To Crack SSC CGL Exam In First Attempt?

How To Crack SSC CGL Exam In First Attempt: The SSC CGL exam will be conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) from 9th September to 26th September 2024. As we all know the exam is very near and only a few are left for the exam. Candidates who have not prepared well for the exam and feel a lack of confidence, are highly advised to follow our blog “How To Crack SSC CGL Exam In First Attempt?” very carefully. In this blog, candidates will get the subject-wise preparation strategy for the SSC CGL exam, the SSC CGL syllabus, and the exam pattern, most importantly we have provided expert tips and tricks to attempt the exam.

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Subject-Wise Preparation Strategy For SSC CGL

For the best preparation, candidates should focus on subject-wise preparation to cover topics systematically. The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam consists of four sections: General and Intelligence Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Below we have provided the subject-wise preparation strategy in table format.

SubjectPreparation StrategyTips
Quantitative Aptitude1. Understand Basics: Review fundamental concepts in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation.
2. Practice Problems: Solve a variety of problems to build speed and accuracy.
3. Mock Tests: Regularly take timed mock tests to simulate exam conditions.
Candidates must focus on weak areas and should use shortcuts and tricks. Practice regularly to improve speed.
General Intelligence and Reasoning1. Concept Review: Study and practice logical reasoning, analytical reasoning, and general intelligence concepts.
2. Practice: Work on puzzles, analogies, and coding-decoding.
3. Mock Tests: Take practice tests to identify strong and weak areas.
For this section, take time for yourself during practice. Learn shortcuts for reasoning questions. Review incorrect answers to understand mistakes.
General Awareness1. Current Affairs: Regularly read newspapers and follow current events.
2. Static GK: Study important facts about Indian history, geography, polity, and economy.
3. Revise Regularly: Keep revisiting important topics to retain information.
Practice reading comprehension and fill in the blanks. Learn common idioms and phrases. Improve vocabulary through daily reading.
English Comprehension1. Grammar and Vocabulary: Improve grammar skills and expand vocabulary.
2. Reading Practice: Read newspapers, novels, and practice comprehension passages.
3. Practice Tests: Regularly attempt English sections in mock tests.
Practice reading comprehension and fill in the blanks. Learn common idioms and phrases. Improve vocabulary through daily reading.

Tips For The SSC CGL Exam 2024

The SSC CGL consists of two phases: Tier 1 and Tier 2. Candidates who clear the Tier 1 exam will be eligible to appear for the Tier 2 exam. Before starting the preparation, candidates must understand the syllabus and exam pattern first. Below, we have provided the tips provided by those candidates who have cleared the SSC CGL Exam.

1. Know the Exam Pattern & Syllabus

For starting the preparation, the first step that candidates must follow is to understand the syllabus and exam pattern very carefully. If they analyze the syllabus carefully, then they will be able to make a study plan where they can divide the weak and strong areas topic according to their convenience. It will also help them to divide the days in a way that they revise regularly and can practice the mock tests it may be section-wise and a complete mock test. They can prioritize solving the previous year question paper, which helps them to know the exam trend, difficulty level of questions, types of questions, etc.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern

Sl. NoSectionsNo. of QuestionsMarksTime
1English Comprehension255060 Minutes (1 hour & 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe)  
2General Awareness2550
3General Intelligence and Reasoning2550
4Quantitative Aptitude2550
Total100200

SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

PaperSessionSubjectNumber of QuestionsMaximum MarksTime allowed
            Paper-I:Session I (2 hours and 15 minutes)Section-I:Module-I: Mathematical AbilitiesModule-II: Reasoning and General Intelligence.30  30Total = 60  60*3= 1801 hour(for each section)(1 hour and 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for a scribe 
Section-II:Module-I: English Language and ComprehensionModule-II: General Awareness45  25 Total = 70    70*3= 210
Section-III:Module-I: Computer Knowledge Module2020*3= 6015 Minutes(for each module)
(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe 
Session II (15 minutes)Section-III:Module-II: Data Entry Speed Test ModuleOne Data Entry Task
Paper-IIStatistics100100*2= 2002 hours(for each Paper)
(2 hours and 40 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe

2. Practice Mock Tests

The SSC CGL Exam is a time-bounded exam that consists of 100 questions and candidates are required to attempt them in 60 minutes. Practicing mock tests is a very effective way to prepare for the exam. It helps the candidates to manage their time during the exam. Candidates are highly advised to practice the topic-wise quizzes, section-wise mock tests, and complete mock tests. It will help them to analyze their weak areas by which they can prioritize their topics for study purposes. It provides a real-time experience of solving the question paper. Below, we have provided a free mock test that candidates must solve and check their performance.

3. Practice Previous Year Question Papers

Practicing previous year question papers is essential to boost a candidate’s preparation levels and get an understanding of the exam pattern and exam trend that SSC presents. Analyze questions from past SSC CGL exams to understand the types of questions asked and the difficulty level. This practice will also help them identify the repeated question patterns and important topics. Below we have provided the SSC CGL Previous Year Question Paper that candidates must check and analyze the types of questions asked in the exam.

4. Revise Regularly

As we all know, only a few days are left for the SSC CGL exam and these are the very important days for aspirants. Aspirants are required to utilize these days smartly and efficiently. Mostly candidates who want to appear in the SSC CGL exam make notes for quick revision during the last days of the exam. This is the best time to use those resources. Aspirants are advised to to not take any new topics just focus on whatever they have learned up to yet. It will help them to memorize the topics they have learned during the past days. They must revise formulas, tricks, current affairs, and much more.

5. Focus on Core Areas

The SSC CGL exam consists of four sections and covers many topics, but some areas are important for the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam. Below we have provided some core areas where candidates must focus carefully.

  • General Intelligence and Reasoning: The reasoning section is considered as a scoring section. Candidates must practice puzzles, series completion, analogy, and coding-decoding questions. By the Reasoning questions the SSC test’s candidate’s analytical and logical abilities.
  • General Awareness: Candidates must update their knowledge of current affairs, important historical events, geography, economics, and general science. Regularly read newspapers, watch news channels, and follow online portals for current affairs.
  • Quantitative Aptitude: Basic mathematical concepts such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation must be prepared. Practice solving problems quickly and accurately.
  • English Comprehension: Improve your grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Practice solving reading passages, error spotting, sentence correction, and fill-in-the-blanks

6. Take Care of Your Health

Along with the preparation, candidates must maintain their physical and mental health for effective preparation and performance in the exam. They must follow a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and get adequate sleep. A healthy body supports a sharp mind. Candidates must practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation to manage stress and maintain a positive mindset.

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Takeaway

As per the blog, we have provided above we can conclude that one can crack the SSC CGL Exam in the first attempt by following the proper strategy and tips. Candidates must start their preparation by analyzing the syllabus and exam pattern. They must follow the study plan to complete their preparation systematically. Read the blog, very carefully and you will be familiar with How To Crack SSC CGL Exam In First Attempt.

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By Abhishek Jatariya

I help candidates prepare for SSC, Banking and Engineering exams, by covering topics ranging from exam patterns to syllabus to study techniques and more.

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